Safety Net (UK)

Who we are

Safety Net is a charity supporting the recovery of those affected by rape, exploitation, sexual and domestic abuse across Cumbria. We offer free advice, support, counselling, therapy and group work to adults, children and young people, who have been affected by abuse and trauma. Vision: We envision communities free from abuse, where individuals are empowered to recover and thrive. Mission Statement: Safety Net supports those affected by rape, exploitation, sexual and domestic abuse, offering advice, therapy, and safe spaces to help individuals recover from trauma in Cumbria

Our core service takes a whole family, person-centred and trauma-informed approach, providing:

• Tier 1: short term interventions/information/advice/advocacy/helpline/one-off drop-in sessions/advice around court procedures/family court/pre-trial/multi-agency support, arranging early help/signposting (0-3 sessions.)

• Tier 2: integrated support that provides short-term safety and stabilisation work to CYP/adults who have significant emotional and practical needs that make accessing therapeutic recovery support services difficult or impossible. (12 -1 hour sessions.)

• Tier 3: trauma-focussed counselling/therapeutic support and group work for adults/CYP and families. The duration of this support is adjusted according to client’s needs. (20-25 sessions.)

• Tier 4: recovery community to support integration back into the community/building social networks/relationships, we run a men's/women's group and a volunteer programme.

• Training, education and awareness raising – increased awareness of the psychological and emotional impact of domestic violence and sexual abuse through education and training

Our culture and values

Our vision

Our vision is for communities free from abuse.

Our mission

Safety Net supports those affected by rape, exploitation, domestic and sexual abuse across Cumbria.

We offer advice, support, therapy and a safe space to help people recover from the trauma of abuse.

Our values

• We are collaborative and work in partnership.
• We are trusted.
• We continuously learn and improve.
• We respect others and listen without judgement.
• We are supportive and compassionate.
• We are committed and believe in our work.
• We care about justice and equality.
• We care about the environment.
• We care about wellbeing.